The chart below shows how CRUS performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CRUS sees a +1.86% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +8.82% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.84%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Earnings Per Share Beat: Cirrus Logic reported EPS of $2.51, exceeding expectations of $2.36.
Strong Smartphone Demand: Revenue for Q3 FY'25 was $555.7 million, surpassing the top end of guidance due to strong smartphone demand.
Gross Profit and Margin Increase: Non-GAAP gross profit reached $298.1 million, with a gross margin of 53.6%, reflecting a 140 basis point sequential increase.
Cash Flow Performance: Cash flow from operations was $218.6 million in the December quarter, contributing to a non-GAAP free cash flow margin of approximately 38%.
Share Repurchase Strategy: $70 million was utilized for share repurchases, with approximately 679,000 shares bought back at an average price of $103, indicating strong capital return strategy.
Negative
Revenue Decline Analysis: Revenue decreased by 10% year-over-year, primarily due to lower smartphone unit volumes.
Operating Expenses Increase: Operating expenses increased by $3.6 million year-over-year, largely driven by higher employee-related expenses.
Inventory Increase Concerns: Inventory rose to $275.6 million, up from $271.8 million in Q2 FY '25, indicating potential overstock issues.
Q4 Revenue Decline Projection: Guidance for Q4 FY '25 revenue is projected to decline to a range of $350 million to $410 million, significantly lower than Q3 FY '25 results.
Profitability Pressure Despite Revenue: Non-GAAP operating income margin decreased to 30.4%, reflecting pressures on profitability despite higher revenue.
Cirrus Logic, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRUS) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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